Two Central Virginia construction companies announce a merger

Two Central Virginia construction companies will join forces in a merger.

J.E. Jamerson & Sons of Appomattox and C.L. Lewis & Co. Inc. of Lynchburg said Wednesday that they plan to merge in the first quarter of 2014. The newly formed entity, Jamerson-Lewis Construction, will be headquartered in Lynchburg and operate throughout the state.

Phillip Jamerson, president of J.E. Jamerson & Sons, said in a statement that the move was purely strategic. “There were two issues driving the decision from our standpoint: The ability to compete with the larger firms for university and health care work, and our desire to create a succession strategy to assure the company’s infinite success.”

With its increased size, resume and strength, the newly merged company will provide both pre-construction and construction services, giving it a competitive edge in acquiring work in the industry, according to Jamerson.